I am probably one of the few fans who has not already read this book ten times, but if you're stuck for something to read, I can tell you that my copy of Brené Brown's The Gifts of Imperfection is completely marked up with lines and notes and smiley faces and more than a few tear stains.
I have been on a journey. A hard one. For a number of years. There has been plenty of professional intervention and support along with plenty of "owning" and "onward". This book is pure validation that the journey I've been on is truly one of Wholeheartedness.
I read in one of two places:
my truck while waiting for children and at the rink, as pictured above.
Often I am distracted by the people and activity around me, but not this time. Not with this book. I was fully engaged in every word, every syllable. Dr. Brown doesn't write like some crusty old academic, but as an engaging, interesting and interested participant in her life. She is open and kind and honest and vulnerable. It was a meaningful read and I'm about to read it again. I've just finished my first time through and I'm afraid during some of my tear-filled reads I may have missed a thing or two!
I had more than a couple of "a ha" moments. I'm sure upon re-reading I am sure to have a few more.
If you don't have a chance to run out to get the book, be sure to head over to Ordinary Courage and read about Wholehearted Living. I'd love to know what you think! Have you read the book? Do you have the blog in your reader? What have you learned? How has living in wholeheartedness changed you?
